By Prophecy Investigators. In a powerful statement on Sunday, former First Lady Melania Trump called on Americans to "ascend above the hate, the vitriol, and the simple-minded ideas that ignite violence" following an assassination attempt on her husband, former President Donald Trump.A Heartfelt Message of Gratitude and SympathyMelania Trump began her statement by expressing deep gratitude to the U.S. Secret Service agents for protecting the former president and offered her sincerest sympathy to the victims who were shot at the rally. One spectator tragically lost their life, while two others remain seriously injured.